political parties that are 'at daggers drawn' (with each other)
They 'looked daggers at' each other across the table.
a 'cloak-and-dagger' novel
(..) We're clear! Do not think I won't kill you, Dwarf. It would be my pleasure. Help! - Kili! Throw me a dagger! Quick! If you think I'm giving you... ...a weapon, Dwarf... ...you're mistaken! Search them. (..)2013 The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug